Police Officer

New Hampton Police Dept; New Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible scheduling

Take-home cruiser

Job summary

New Hampton Police Dept in New Hampshire is seeking qualified police officers for a small, active agency. Pay is negotiable ($58,000.00-$82,000.00, depending on experience) with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities to Master Patrol Officer, Detective, Corporal, and Sergeant.

On-call shifts and take-home cruisers are available for qualifying officers; scheduling is flexible and no mandatory overnight shifts. No prior law enforcement experience is required to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NH driver's license or ability to obtain one before starting.
• Ability to pass fitness, written, oral boards and extensive background checks.
• Must obtain NH Police Standards and Training Certification.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies, accidents, and incidents to protect the public.
• Investigate crimes by collecting evidence and writing detailed reports.
• Enforce traffic laws and related regulations.
• Conduct surveillance and monitor for potential threats.
• Handle conflicts with professionalism and de-escalation skills.
• Provide first aid/CPR when needed until responders arrive.
• Engage with the community through outreach and safety programs.
• Maintain accurate daily activity and investigative records.

Skills

Police procedures

Interviewing techniques

Writing and reporting

Public speaking

Conflict de-escalation

Emergency response

Geography knowledge

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma

NH Driver's License

NH Police Certification eligibility

Tools

Firearm handling

Job description

New Hampton is a small but active agency in the heart of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region. We offer competitive pay and benefits, with growth opportunities including Master Patrol Officer, Detective, Corporal, and Sergeant positions. Paid on-call shifts and take-home cruisers are available for qualifying officers. Pay is negotiable ($58,000.00-$82,000.00, depending on experience), but no law enforcement experience is necessary. Health and dental insurance are available with no employee contribution, and this position qualifies for New Hampshire Group II retirement. Scheduling is flexible; officers are not required to work regular overnight shifts. We focus on service, accountability, and professionalism while striving to maintain a healthy balance for our employees.

General Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to emergency calls, accidents, and incidents to provide immediate assistance and ensure public safety.
• Conduct criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and documenting findings accurately through detailed report writing.
• Enforce laws and regulations related to traffic control, criminal activity, and loss prevention.
• Perform surveillance operations to monitor suspicious activities and prevent potential threats or crimes.
• Manage conflict situations with professionalism and tact, utilizing conflict management skills to de-escalate tensions effectively.
• Provide first aid and CPR when necessary, ensuring injured individuals receive prompt medical attention until additional emergency services arrive.
• Engage with the community through outreach programs, fostering positive relationships and promoting safety awareness.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, incident reports, and investigative findings in compliance with departmental standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of modern police practices, techniques, and methods;
• Knowledge of controlling laws, ordinances and court decisions;
• Thorough knowledge of the geography of the town;
• Rules and regulations of the department;
• Knowledge of crime scene interpretation;
• Safe guarding and preserving of evidence;
• Ability to obtain information through interview and interrogation;
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper courses of action;
• Ability to speak and write effectively ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, town officials, and the public;
• Skill in the use of and care of a firearm.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Possession of a valid New Hampshire Driver's License or the ability to attain one before starting;
• The ability to pass a physical fitness test, written test, oral board evaluation, stringent background process, psychological testing, polygraph testing, field training program (an accelerated hiring and training process is available for certified applicants);
• The ability to obtain a New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Certification.